Worst Cities for Spring Allergies
Jackson, Mississippi is a yearly front-runner for allergy capital of America and came in 1st place in 2013. Besides a few exceptions, the majority of the top 15 cities were located in south, which illustrates the broad trend of southern states experiencing the worst spring pollen counts. No matter where you live, it is important to seek treatment if allergies are impacting your daily life.
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July 1, 2014